Blythe is a city in Riverside County, California, United States. The city was incorporated on July 21, 1916. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a population of approximately 20,872 people and total area of 27.0 square miles (70 km2).

City Council

The Blythe City Council is the legislative body in the city; the council is responsible for the adoption of the City’s annual Operating and Capital Budget, the enactment of local laws (ordinances), and, review and adoption of proposed policies among other roles. The council is made up of five council members elected by the city residents, and serve four year staggered terms. After elections, the council members elect the mayor and vice mayor serve a two year term.Joseph DeConinck is the current city mayor. Other council members include; Tim Wade-Vice-Mayor, Oscar Galvan- Council Member, Eric Egan-Council Member, Dale Reynolds- Council Member, Peter Cosentini- City Manager and Mallory Sutterfield-City Clerk. The City Council can be contacted through the City Clerk through phone at 760-922-6161 or at;

City Hall

235 North Broadway

Blythe, CA 92225.

Crime Statistics

In Blythe, CA the crime rate is 62% higher compared to other cities in California and 73% higher compared to the national average. When looking at violent crimes, the city’s crime rate is 11% higher than California’s average and 27% higher than the national average. When comparing crimes involving property, the city’s crime rate is 71% higher compared to other cities in California and 80% higher compared to the national average. In Blythe one has a 1 in 21 chance of becoming a victim of crime, making the city safer than 17% of the cities in the United States. Compared to the previous year, the crime rate in Blythe, CA has increased by 16%.

Police Department

The Blythe Police Department under the leadership of Jeffrey Wade, the current chief of police is responsible for maintaining law and order in the city. The department works closely with the community and other city department to ensure that the city residents are safe while in the city. For more information of Blythe Police Department visit

Blythe Police Department

240 N Spring Street

Blythe, CA 92225

Phone No: 760-922-6111

Bail

There are three main ways of positing bail in California; these include Bail bond under the California Penal Code – Section 1276, Cash bond under the California Penal Code – Section 1269 and Property bond under the California Penal Code – Section 1276.5.

Q: Someone I know was arrested. What should I do?A: Call a lawyer right away and then call your friends and family. After that you can call a bail bonds agent and ask them what they can about the situation. They will explain the bail bond process, answer your questions, and start work on getting you or your loved one out of jail.